Rodgers’ appointment comes as the Gers make their long-awaited return to the top flight and, as was proved by their Scottish Cup semi-final Old victory, there is not a huge amount to separate the Old Firm.

The former Liverpool manager will be expected to entertain the Parkhead faithful, overcome Rangers and qualify for the Champions League group stages and he will need the likes of Griffiths to take to his methods sooner rather than later if he is to be successful.